15°

Felt 9°

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Current weather

Niederjoch

3025 m s.l.m.

37% Humidity

N 21 km/h Moderate Gusts 29 km/h

30% Rain chance

4400 m Freezing level

03:54 Sunrise

18:51 Sunset

7-day trend

max temp. min temp. mm of rain %chance of rain

Weather Niederjoch: Weather forecast for Thursday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

17:00

15° Felt 9°

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21 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 29

Humidity37%

0°C4400m

18:00

13° Felt 9°

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20 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 28

Humidity47%

0°C4420m

19:00

12° Felt 9°

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12 km/h NNE · Moderate Gusts 27

Humidity57%

0°C4380m

20:00

11° Felt 9°

—

4 km/h NE · Weak Gusts 22

Humidity63%

0°C4400m

21:00

11° Felt 8°

—

4 km/h S · Weak Gusts 9

Humidity62%

0°C4490m

22:00

10° Felt 7°

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9 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 17

Humidity62%

0°C4410m

23:00

10° Felt 7°

—

9 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity65%

0°C4370m

00:00

9° Felt 7°

—

8 km/h SSW · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity67%

0°C4370m

01:00

9° Felt 6°

—

9 km/h SW · Weak Gusts 19

Humidity62%

0°C4370m

Last update: 30 July 2026 12:32

Air quality and pollen counts for Niederjoch

Average Daily Values
PM₁₀ (μg/m³)	PM_2.5 (μg/m³)	CO (μg/m³)	Alder (Grains/m³)	Birch (Grains/m³)	Grasses (Grains/m³)	Mugwort (Grains/m³)	Olive (Grains/m³)	Ragweed (Grains/m³)	AQI (EU)
7.7Very Good	5Very Good	116Good	0Absent	0.2Not Significant	13.3Medium	1.3Low	0Absent	0Absent	32Fair

Discovering Niederjoch

Niederjoch, also known as Basso Giogo, is a scenic alpine pass located at 3,012 meters above sea level in the Ötztal Alps, on the border between South Tyrol and Tyrol (Austria). This panoramic crossing connects the Schnalstal (Val Senales) with the Ötztal valley and is a must-visit destination for experienced hikers and mountain lovers.

The area is renowned for the Similaun Hut, a strategic stop along the Ötztal Trek and the European long-distance trail E5, two of the most spectacular hiking routes in the Alps. Near the hut lies the archaeological site where Ötzi, the famous Similaun mummy, was discovered—adding historical and cultural significance to the location.

Hiking routes to Niederjoch start from villages like Mazia, Planol, and Vernago, with challenging trails that climb over 1,000 meters in elevation and offer breathtaking views of glaciers and peaks such as Fineilspitze and Similaun. Popular routes include Mazia–Piz Lun–Basso Giogo, Giogo Alto–Piz Lun via Mazia, and the Vent–Similaun Hut–Ötzi site traverse, all rated medium to high difficulty.

Niederjoch is the perfect destination for those seeking high-altitude trekking, cultural exploration, and untouched alpine landscapes. In summer, the pass offers a pristine mountain environment ideal for day hikes or long-distance trekking stages. In winter, it remains less frequented but retains its wild charm.